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    Videos: Xavier Johnson on IU and Woodson, IU basketball fishing trip, Ballo vs. the worm

    TDH StaffBy TDH StaffJune 13, 2024 IU Basketball 9 Comments
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    Former IU basketball guard Xavier Johnson worked out for the Indiana Pacers on Thursday.  Afterwards, Johnson sat down for a quick interview and discussed what he learned from Mike Woodson, his fondest IU memories, and impressions of the Pacers.

    “We played here a couple times…It’s different putting on gear for the Pacers and working out for them. I feel blessed to have the opportunity.”

    Indiana guard Xavier Johnson talked about what he was most proud of during his college career, being coached by Mike Woodson and the… pic.twitter.com/vwL2QfKp6l

    — Indiana Pacers (@Pacers) June 13, 2024

    As they do each year around this time, the IU basketball players went fishing with strength and conditioning coach Clif Marshall this week.

    Below is a video released by the program with some highlights.

    Building chemistry + togetherness. pic.twitter.com/aAhfGdN4yq

    — Indiana Basketball (@IndianaMBB) June 13, 2024

    One thing that seems clear, Arizona transfer big man Oumar Ballo has never put a worm on a hook before.

    The 7-foot and 260-pound Ballo was no match for the worm.

    Click the image below to watch.

     

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    A post shared by Indiana Men’s Basketball (@indianambb)

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